So hungry i could cry

[minkydog]

Today I went to the doctor and she is pretty sure I am pre-diabetic. I have been on Weight Watchers since April. I hit a plateau in late July and then just kinda lost my groove.I'm on several meds for depression which have the side effects of serious weight gain and increased triglycerides. I've lost 31-lbs, but i have about 50 to go. At the moment I'm just kinda maintaining. I have sleep apnea, high triglycerides, depression, and infertility, all of which point to PCOS. The doctor has ordered several blood tests which she believes will confirm her thoughts. If they do, I'll probably start Metformin. sigh...

I am so hungry I could eat a fried hobby horse. She's got me on a 1400cal diet and in just one day I'm already 600cal over. I wake up hungry, I go to bed hungry. I dream of going to restaurants and eating varieties of foods. I don't know how in the world I'm going to stick with this. And I need to because my health is at stake. Mmmm, steak....

 

[Sparx]

 

[Tinker'n'Fun]

and celery sticks.

 

[C.Ann]

Unfortunately I have the opposite problem, but I imagine that being hungry and needing to lose weight is every bit as miserable as needing to gain and not feeling like eating - OR eating everything in sight and still not gaining.. Frustrating as all get out..

Do you drink a lot of water? I've heard that doing so helps to make you feel a little more "full".. Maybe when the test results come in they can give you a better idea of what you can and can't eat so that you won't feel so hungry all the time..

 

[Tinker'n'Fun]

Here is a great recipe from WW's and I included the nutrition facts...

3 cups nonfat beef broth or nonfat vegetable broth or nonfat chicken broth (beef is the best)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 cups chopped cabbage
1/2 yellow onion
1/2 cup chopped carrot
1/2 cup green beans
1/2 cup chopped zucchini
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon oregano
salt & pepper

Serving Size 1 (104g)

Recipe makes 6 servings

Calories 21
Calories from Fat 0 (4%)
Amount Per Serving %DV
Total Fat 0.1g 0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g 0%
Monounsaturated Fat 0.0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Trans Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 33mg 1%
Potassium 178mg 5%
Total Carbohydrate 5.0g 1%
Dietary Fiber 1.5g 6%
Sugars 2.3g
Protein 1.0g 1%

 

[dakcp2001]

The good news is, after a week or two the hunger goes away and you get used to eating less. For now, EAS makes 100 calorie protein shakes that are super filling, the Strawberry and Vanilla ones are good the choco ones are kind of icky. Target has the best price in my area 4.99 for 4.

Or get some protein powder and make your own low cal snacks! Add lots of ice to the blender, the protein really does the trick and helps me when I get super hungry. If you get vanilla and add a crysta light packet you can vary the flavor.


Or a can of diet coke and a bag of 94% fat free micro popcorn, not the snack of champions, but it is low points and a lot of crunch.

Hot tea? Lite hot chocolate? You need a little something in your tummy, but it has to make you feel satisfied or the hunger wont subside. THIS TOO SHALL PASS!!!!!!!

 

[minniecarousel]

Oh, my! I can so relate!!

My sisters and I have been going to WeightWatchers for several years...yes: years! And we don't seem to be following the program. Ya can't lose when you don't pay attention to what you eat. My point is - you're not alone. We each need to lose the weight for our health.

Hang in there! It'll click (this "hunger" issue will lessen).

 

[LuvOrlando]

I know it's old news but some foods really do make people hungrier. I have many diabetics in my family and even though I test negative I think my reaction to sugar and carbs is totally abnormal compared to other people. For me to feel really full all day protein and a touch of carbs does the trick...I can never eat carbs or sugars alone because they trigger a binge. In the morning I enjoy a fried egg on a sandwich thin with a big calorie free drink. Lunch is a huge salad with fat free Feta cheese and some craisins and a Purdue Perfect portion sandwich with Ranch dressing. For dinner I always include a soup and a salad with the solids. The different tastes satisfy my need to sample different flavors while the volume keeps my portions down. French Onion and tomato are low cal big flavor favorites.

For late night snacking I'll do fruits, another yummy salad with boiled eggs, or even deviled eggs. For the crunch I like celery or baby carrots with a touch of fat-free ranch. Even an apple with a touch of peanut butter.

I keep my house stocked with no sugar treats like sugar free cinnamon or coffee flavored candies. I totally feel the difference. Sugar is not my friend.

 

[pearlieq]

That sort of thing always seemed so crazy to me. You're hungry. Your body is telling you to eat. For goodness sake, eat something!

I can't see the problem with eating something healthy when you're hungry. Not "mmm, that looks good" or "I'm bored" or "everyone else is eating" or "it's dinner time" hungry. Real, stomach growling, mouth watering, can't think of anything else but food hungry.

Go eat something--preferably fruit and/or veggies and some protein with a bit of healthy fat to make it stick with you. And talk to your doctor about this diet you're on. 1400 calories might not be enough for you, or you might not be choosing foods that are giving you the best bang for your buck.

Good luck!

 

[Imzadi]

I feel for you. When I'm hungry I can't think of anything else. Being told I'm not supposed to eat or can't eat, has the opposite effect. Again, it's all I think about.

 

[sunshine girl]

The visual of a fried hobby horse is hilarious!!!!

 

[just4today]

Hang in there!

 

[MerMom60_94]

Minkydog, you have some good advice here. Water does make you fuller so make sure you are drinking 6-8 servings. Also, I lost 65 pounds following the WW diet and the trick was to eat vegetables - lots and lots of vegetables. Also, as LuvOrlando said, proteins will keep you filled up better than carbs so opt for high protein meals / snacks. Also, the way to earn more calories is to exercise. If you can fit in a really good workout of some sort you can get away with eating more and you may even find the exercise cuts down on your appetite. When I was losing it was as simple as a brisk walk for an hour a day.

Good luck and hang in there. Once you find some low calorie standards it will fall into place and simply become your lifestyle.

Here's a filling, healthy recipe for good measure:

Turkey Chili

Ingredients:

cooking spray
small onion
1 lb. ground turkey
1 can kidney beans, well rinsed
1 can chopped tomatoes
chili seasoning

Instructions:

1. Chop onion into small pieces.
2. Spray large skillet with cooking spray.
3. Cook onion in the frying pan until translucent.
4. Add ground turkey and cook until brown.
5. Drain off excess fat.
6. Add kidney beans and tomatoes and simmer until heated.
7. Sprinkle with seasoning to taste and blend.

4 servings at 5 points each

 

[eeyore65]

I know it's old news but some foods really do make people hungrier. I have many diabetics in my family and even though I test negative I think my reaction to sugar and carbs is totally abnormal compared to other people. For me to feel really full all day protein and a touch of carbs does the trick...I can never eat carbs or sugars alone because they trigger a binge. In the morning I enjoy a fried egg on a sandwich thin with a big calorie free drink. Lunch is a huge salad with fat free Feta cheese and some craisins and a Purdue Perfect portion sandwich with Ranch dressing. For dinner I always include a soup and a salad with the solids. The different tastes satisfy my need to sample different flavors while the volume keeps my portions down. French Onion and tomato are low cal big flavor favorites.

For late night snacking I'll do fruits, another yummy salad with boiled eggs, or even deviled eggs. For the crunch I like celery or baby carrots with a touch of fat-free ranch. Even an apple with a touch of peanut butter.

I keep my house stocked with no sugar treats like sugar free cinnamon or coffee flavored candies. I totally feel the difference. Sugar is not my friend.

This is me to a "T." To OP, I also have PCOS and if I follow what LuvOrlando said I feel so much fuller and better.

For breakfast, I have two morningstar farm veggie sausages - sometimes with a little cheese melted on them. These keep me full until noon - easy - 180 cals. If I eat a bagel (500 cals) or oatmeal (200 cals) - I am STARVING at 10 am.

I also eat a salad with protein at lunch. I usually eat whatever protein was leftover - buttoday I have black beans on my salad. I pack a low fat mozzeralla cheese stick for a snack about 4. Eat a normal dinner but very heavy on the veggies and low on any white carbs. Tonight, pulled pork on a whole wheat bun and a big salad. Dessert is tough and I sometimes eat ricotta cheese with splenda and vanilla. Sometimes a skinny cow. I will have to try the deviled egg suggestion. The proteins, veggies and complex carbs keep me full and low in calories and little to no binging. You need to try it. Especially with PCOS! My Dr. told me South Beach Diet is the best for PCOS.

 

[The Mystery Machine]

I eat many small meals with protein throughout the day. By evening I am barely hungry and it is a very small meal.

It will take some adjustment and a little tweaking but you will find your groove. Hang in there.

 

[hanutedmansionmomma]

yes, friend hobby horse does sound good right about now...

I am in the same boat with you in many ways. What helps me is to get on message boards and exercise and keep busy. Does WW still use activity points to negate some of what you've eaten?

Have you tried www.sparkpeople.com ? You can track cals, exercise, read articles, make your own page.

good luck

 

[Wishing on a star]

What are your thyroid numbers?????

The first sign of my thyroid being low is ALWAYS being hungry!!!!!
What you have posted sounds a lot like Thyroid issues as well.

You need to have this checked by a good endocrinologist.
(unless your regular doctor happens to be good at treating thyroid.
The latest thoughts on thyroid is that even a little low is TOO low.

You might need meds, like Levoxyl or Synthroid.
I have Hashimoto's and have been on .112 for a long time.

 

[MIGrandma]

I found out I was diabetic (type2) about 6 years ago when I was in the hospital for something else.

I talked to a nutritionist there in the hospital and she said I should be on an 1800 calorie per day diet, to start out with. I am 5' tall and weighed 208 pounds.

But, she also said there was absolutely no food that was "off limits" to me. She said I could eat anything I wanted to, but pay attention to portion size and plan for it if I wanted a treat, or if I knew I was going out for dinner then have a smaller breakfast and lunch. If I wanted to indulge in dessert, then give up the calories elsewhere during the day. And a lot of times my DH and I will split a dessert, especially in a restaurant. That way I can enjoy a little of it, but not eat the whole thing and blow my calories for the day. Usually 3-4 bites will satisfy me anyway, I don't "need" the entire dessert.

I started walking too, anywhere from 2-5 miles per day, 4-5 times per week. I lost 40 pounds that way. And in the winter I do the "Walk Away The Pounds" DVD's in my own living room. I get a good work out with them, but stay warm and dry in the house.

Also, the nutritionist told me it's better for a diabetic person to eat several small meals during the day, rather than 3 large ones. So, I eat 5-6 times during the day. Even if it's only a couple hundred calories, eating often helps you to feel full longer during the day, and it's great because you know you can eat again in just a couple of hours.

You have already lost 31 pounds, that's a big accomplishment! Be proud of yourself for that! Congratulations!!!

You're craving steak? Have it. My nutrionist said if you are craving something and don't give in to the craving, you'll just overeat later. Have a small steak. Savor every bite. But then skip the dessert. Just plan for the things you want to eat. If you're going to have the steak for dinner, then have a salad with fresh veggies for lunch.

And try not to go to bed hungry. Save a couple hundred calories for a bedtime snack. When I was in the hospital they gave me half a dozen vanilla wafers and a cup of 2% milk. I still like that snack even now.

My favorite snack though is popcorn. Not microwave though. The regular old fashioned pop it-on-top-of-the-stove kind. No butter of course, but some salt. I have that almost every evening.

Good luck to you!

 

[love2disney]

I know its not what WW recommends but lean cuisine panini sandwiches are very filling but not hight on carbs. When i was diagnosed with gestational I used to have them for breakfast and they lasted me a looong time.

 

[Wishing on a star]

Also, the nutritionist told me it's better for a diabetic person to eat several small meals during the day, rather than 3 large ones. So, I eat 5-6 times during the day. Even if it's only a couple hundred calories, eating often helps you to feel full longer during the day, and it's great because you know you can eat again in just a couple of hours.

And try not to go to bed hungry. Save a couple hundred calories for a bedtime snack.

These are the best posts on this thread!!!!

It is about regulating and modulating your intake and your blood sugar... Letting it get low, and then spiking it with a higher calorie or glycemic meal or snack only makes matters worse.